Garhin - Chaupal, Shimla
Garhin is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Makdog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhin is 025389. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Garhin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhin
According to the 2011 Census, Garhin village had a total population of 533 people, including 277 males and 256 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 71.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 277 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 204 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 73 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Garhin
Garhin is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garhin
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garhin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Garhin is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garhin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garhin
Where is Garhin located?
Garhin village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garhin?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhin is Makdog.
What is the pincode of Garhin?
The pincode of Garhin is 171211.
What is the population of Garhin?
Garhin had a total population of 533, including 277 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Garhin?
Garhin had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhin was 77.99%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 71.56%.